Boy on bike hit by car in Lancaster; police track down motorist

Thursday

Oct 4, 2012 at 7:00 AMOct 4, 2012 at 9:25 AM

By Linda Bock TELEGRAM & GAZETTE STAFF

A 12-year-old boy who was heading home on his bike just after 6 last night was hit by a car and seriously injured, according to police. The driver of the car fled the scene of the accident, but was eventually tracked down by police.

The boy's injuries are very serious, according to police. He is being treated at UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus in Worcester.

The accident occured in the area of Mill Street Extension.

The motorist hit the boy from behind and then took off without stopping, police said. At first, she eluded police, but witnesses flooded Lancaster and Clinton police with information.

As a result, authorities identified Julie Gallagher, 44, of Clinton as the alleged hit-and-run driver. Her vehicle was taken to the police station, where state police are conducting a forensic investigation.

Lancaster police said they expected to file charges against Ms. Gallagher.